Springfield Falcons receive Theo Ruth from Columbus Blue Jackets, David Savard called up

Republican file photo by Dave MolnarSpringfield Falcon David Savard (6) has been called up by the Columbus Blue Jackets.

COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Columbus Blue Jackets have recalled defenseman David Savard from their American Hockey League affiliate in Springfield, Mass., and have activated defenseman Theo Ruth off injured reserve and assigned him to Springfield.

Savard appeared in one game for the Falcons and had two penalty minutes after being sent down by the Blue Jackets on Tuesday.

Ruth had been sidelined with a sprained right knee sustained during a preseason game.

Savard has recorded two assists and six penalty minutes in seven games with the Blue Jackets this season. He made his NHL debut against Nashville on Oct. 7 and recorded his first NHL point at Dallas on Oct. 15.